1966 Alvis TF vs. 1973 Bitter CD
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alvis TF would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1966 Alvis TF.
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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 1973 Bitter CD | |
| Make | Alvis | Bitter |
| Model | TF | CD |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
