1973 Bitter CD vs. 2006 BMW 120
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 33 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 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 120 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 | 2006 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | 120 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
