2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1988 Bitter Type III
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 16 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 416 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1988 Bitter Type III | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
| Model | DB9 | Type III |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
