1973 Bitter CD vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CD | 600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 112 L |