1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-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 F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-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 F-350 | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | F-350 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |