1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade is newer by 30 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) has 157 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 936 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Bitter | MCC |
| Model | Diplomat | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1810 mm |
