1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 133 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.
Because 1973 Bitter CD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2005 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | CD | Seville |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
