1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 29 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 67 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1186 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Bitter | Caterham |
Model | Diplomat | 7 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |