1973 Bitter CD vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 27 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, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 114 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | 323 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
