1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 32 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 608 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | SSR |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
