1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 356 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1974 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3710 mm |
