1973 Bitter CD vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 594 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
Model | CD | Silverado |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |