1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 22 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 396 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 2010 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | Type III | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
