1973 Bitter CD vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Bitter | Packard |
| Model | CD | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3240 mm |
