1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1423 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III. 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Bitter | Lincoln |
| Model | Type III | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |
