1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 3,849 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 12 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 203 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | Type III | ATS |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.4 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |