1968 Opel Diplomat vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 1968 Opel Diplomat 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 1968 Opel Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL, 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Diplomat | 2005 Acura CL | |
Make | Opel | Acura |
Model | Diplomat | CL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |