1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 630 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
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1988 Bitter Type III | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Type III | 300D |
Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |