1973 Bitter CD vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 643 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | CD | Expedition |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2367 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |