1973 Bitter CD vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 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 167 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 694 kg more than 1967 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bitter CD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1967 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1967 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Bitter | Jeep |
| Model | CD | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2060 mm |
