1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 31 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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Bitter | TVR |
Model | Diplomat | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |