1973 Bitter CD vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 31 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, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | 330 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
