1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 24 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 61 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 245 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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 2012 Lexus IS 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. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bitter | Lexus |
| Model | Type III | IS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
