1973 Bitter CD vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | CD | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
