1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Bitter Type III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Bitter Type III 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 83 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Type III | CLK |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |