1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2004 BMW 520
To start off, 2004 BMW 520 is newer by 16 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 43 more horse power than 2004 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 520 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2004 BMW 520 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Type III | 520 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |