1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 504 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bitter |
| Model | S | SC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
