1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 19 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 260 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Bitter | Lexus |
Model | Type III | IS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |