1973 Bitter CD vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Bitter | Vauxhall |
| Model | CD | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |
