1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 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 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 176 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Type III | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
