1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 32 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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2005 Ascari KZ1 has manual transmission. 2005 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Bitter | Ascari |
Model | CD | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 321 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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2636 mm |