1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 330 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
| Model | DB4 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
