1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 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 7 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 62 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | Diplomat | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
