1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 7 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 280 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 1995 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | Type III | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
