1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 36 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 108 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diplomat | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2919 mm |
