1973 Bitter CD vs. 1992 BMW 740

To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 19 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, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 106 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Bitter CD 1992 BMW 740
Make Bitter BMW
Model CD 740
Year Released 1973 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5353 cc 3982 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 226 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 80 mm
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 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 102 L


 

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