1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 38 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 16 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Bitter | Audi |
Model | Diplomat | Q5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |