1973 Bitter CD vs. 2009 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 36 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (300 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 58 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.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (273 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2009 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | CD | STS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
