1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 37 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 180 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 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | Diplomat | Panamera |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |