1963 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 630 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | AC | Bitter |
Model | Cobra | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |