1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 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, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | 325 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
