1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Bitter | Maserati |
| Model | Diplomat | 228 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
