1973 Bitter CD vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 157 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Bitter | Lotus |
Model | CD | Elise |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |