1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 23 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, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Bitter Type III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 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 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Bitter | Audi |
| Model | Type III | S4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
