1973 Bitter CD vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 30 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 116 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.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 612 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 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | CD | 612 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 532 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
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 | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |