1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 17 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 68 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
| Model | Type III | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
