1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | E-350 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |