1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | Type III | 407 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
