1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1988 Bitter Type III
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 832 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1988 Bitter Type III | |
| Make | Berkeley | Bitter |
| Model | Foursome | Type III |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
