1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 491 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Bitter | Infiniti |
Model | Type III | M |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |