1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1993 BMW 325
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Bitter Type III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Bitter Type III 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 22 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 150 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 | 1993 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Type III | 325 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
