1973 Bitter CD vs. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept 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 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD.
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 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | |
| Make | Bitter | Dodge |
| Model | CD | Charger RT Concept |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
