1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Bitter | Morgan |
| Model | Type III | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
