1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 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, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 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 2003 Noble M12.
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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 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 | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Bitter | Noble |
| Model | Type III | M12 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
