1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter 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 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
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 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter 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 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2005 Bristol Fighter 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 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Bitter | Bristol |
| Model | CD | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 7992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
| 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
