1973 Bitter CD vs. 1971 BMW 2002
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 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 86 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1971 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1971 BMW 2002 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 | 1971 BMW 2002 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | 2002 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
