1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Bitter Type III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Type III | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4198 cc |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 144 L |
