1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 122 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Bitter | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Type III | 6C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1939 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 77 L |
