1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 805 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | Type III | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
