1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1994 McLaren F1
To start off, 1994 McLaren F1 is newer by 20 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 McLaren F1 (627 HP) has 400 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 566 kg more than 1994 McLaren F1.
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, 1994 McLaren F1 (881 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 1994 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1994 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Bitter | McLaren |
| Model | Diplomat | F1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 627 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
