1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 17 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | Diplomat | 964 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
