1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 119 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | Diplomat | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
