1973 Bitter CD vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 664 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | CD | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
