1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 25 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 724 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Bitter | Audi |
| Model | Type III | A8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3122 mm |
