1976 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, both 1976 Audi 100 and 1976 Bitter Diplomat were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 510 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1976 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | Audi | Bitter |
Model | 100 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2142 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |