1973 Bitter CD vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 504 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Bitter | Morgan |
| Model | CD | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
