1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 165 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Type III | C |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |