1966 Aston Martin DB4 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 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 374 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Bitter CD | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
Model | DB4 | CD |
Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |