1973 Bitter CD vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 34 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, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 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 | 2007 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | 650 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
