1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1966 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1966 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Bitter | Bizzarrini |
Model | Diplomat | GT |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |