1973 Bitter CD vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1011 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.
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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 930 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Bitter | Maybach |
Model | CD | 57 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |