1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 10 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | Diplomat | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
