1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 35 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, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 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 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Bitter | Audi |
Model | Diplomat | A6 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2842 mm |