1973 Bitter CD vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 328 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CD | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 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 | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
