1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 42 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | Type III | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |