1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1949 Chevrolet 2103
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Chevrolet 2103. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Chevrolet 2103 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 121 more horse power than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. (90 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1949 Chevrolet 2103. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 weights approximately 190 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. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1949 Chevrolet 2103 | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Type III | 2103 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |
