1986 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1986 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1986 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | CL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
