2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 27 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bitter |
| Model | SLK | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
