1973 Bitter CD vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 39 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, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 526 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 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | CD | X5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
