1973 Bitter CD vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 91 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | CD | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
