1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1991 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1991 Westfield ZEI 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1991 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 961 kg more than 1991 Westfield ZEI. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1991 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Bitter | Westfield |
| Model | Diplomat | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
