1986 Bitter SC vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | 190 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
