1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 BMW 750
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 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 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD. 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2005 BMW 750 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | CD | 750 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 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 | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |