1973 Bitter CD vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 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 25 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bitter CD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | 330 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
