1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1988 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 12 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1988 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Bitter | De Tomaso |
Model | Diplomat | Pantera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |