1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 494 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | Type III | CTS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.3 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 | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
