1973 Bitter CD vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 21 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti G has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti G 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 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Bitter | Infiniti |
| Model | CD | G |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
