1973 Bitter CD vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 373 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | CD | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
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 | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |