1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce 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 105 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | Type III | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
