1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 13 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora 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 250 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.
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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Bitter | TVR |
Model | Type III | Tamora |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |