1973 Bitter CD vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | CD | Routan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
