1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
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 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America 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) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Bitter | Talbot |
Model | Type III | Lago America |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |