1973 Bitter CD vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2006 Ford Territory | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | CD | Territory |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3984 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |