1973 Bitter CD vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 26 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 14 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 631 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | CD | Econoline |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |