1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 680 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 2011 BMW 550 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. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Type III | 550 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |