1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 111 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 400.
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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | Bitter | Monteverdi |
Model | Diplomat | 400 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |