1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 552 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Bitter | De Tomaso |
Model | Diplomat | Guara |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |