1973 Bitter CD vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 29 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, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 204 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford GT 40 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 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | CD | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 107 L |
