1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 202 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | Type III | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
