1973 Bitter CD vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 189 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | CD | 458 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1211 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
