1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 194 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | Diplomat | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3157 mm |
