1973 Bitter CD vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 274 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 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 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | CD | 360 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
