1973 Bitter CD vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 231 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.
Because 1973 Bitter CD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Bitter | Honda |
Model | CD | Pilot |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |