1973 Bitter CD vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse 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) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 226 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Bitter | Buick |
| Model | CD | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
