1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 220 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Type III | C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1520 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
