1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1991 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 81 kg more than 1991 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Bitter | Bugatti |
| Model | Diplomat | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 611 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
