1973 Bitter CD vs. 2001 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 896 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bitter CD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2001 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | CD | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
