1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 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 58 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 164 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2005 BMW 520 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | CD | 520 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |