1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 621 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | Diplomat | Ram |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3569 mm |