1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore 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 77 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 476 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Bitter | Opel |
Model | Diplomat | Commodore |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |