1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
