1973 Bitter CD vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | CD | Cayman |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |