1973 Bitter CD vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 181 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 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | CD | CTS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.7 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |