2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bitter |
| Model | E | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
