1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 15 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 MG TF. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Bitter | MG |
| Model | Type III | TF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
