1973 Bitter CD vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | CD | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
