1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2002 BMW 735
To start off, 2002 BMW 735 is newer by 14 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, 2002 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 735 weights approximately 635 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, 2002 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 2002 BMW 735 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. 2002 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2002 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Type III | 735 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3000 mm |
