1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 648 kg more than 1976 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Bitter | Lincoln |
| Model | Diplomat | Continental |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
