1973 Bitter CD vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 13 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 56 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CD | 560 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3080 mm |