1973 Bitter CD vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 16 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, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 574 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR 400. (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR 400. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1989 TVR 400 has manual transmission. 1989 TVR 400 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 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | CD | 400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
