1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 115 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Type III | 120 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |