1973 Bitter CD vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 379 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | CD | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |
