1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 295 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diplomat | 300 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |