1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1979 Bitter SC | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bitter |
Model | 400 | SC |
Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2690 mm |