1986 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 230 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
