1973 Bitter CD vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 1973 Bitter CD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | CD | Express |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 507 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
