1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 25 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 364 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Type III | SLS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
