1973 Bitter CD vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 494 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350.
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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 350. (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 350. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | CD | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
