1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 24 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diplomat | SL |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |