1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 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 152 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 636 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Bitter 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 1974 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diplomat | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
