1973 Bitter CD vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 365 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.
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 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Bitter | Hyundai |
| Model | CD | Equus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
