1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Bitter Type III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | Type III | 964 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
