1973 Bitter CD vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 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 92 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 374 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Bitter CD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | CD | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
