1973 Bitter CD vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 156 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Bitter | Maserati |
| Model | CD | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 280 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 | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
