1973 Bitter CD vs. 2004 BMW M3
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 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, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2004 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | M3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
