1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | Diplomat | 62 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6381 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |