1973 Bitter CD vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD 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 97 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 24 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | CD | Caprice |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |