1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1974 Maserati Indy
To start off, both 1974 Bitter Diplomat and 1974 Maserati Indy were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Indy (331 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 132 kg more than 1974 Maserati Indy.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1974 Maserati Indy | |
Make | Bitter | Maserati |
Model | Diplomat | Indy |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |