1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1997 Dodge Copperhead
To start off, 1997 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 9 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, 1997 Dodge Copperhead (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Copperhead 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 5 kg more than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1997 Dodge Copperhead | |
| Make | Bitter | Dodge |
| Model | Type III | Copperhead |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
