1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2002 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Seville 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 124 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 1975 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2002 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | Diplomat | Seville |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |