1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 242 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | Type III | 350Z |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
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 | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |