2003 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 640 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bitter |
| Model | S | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
