1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 55 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.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | Diplomat | XK |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |