1973 Bitter CD vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 38 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 521 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Bitter CD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CD | R |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
