1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 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 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | Type III | CTS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5965 cc |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |