1973 Bitter CD vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 Bitter CD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bitter CD. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bitter CD.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | CD | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |