1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1994 Lexus GS
To start off, 1994 Lexus GS is newer by 18 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1994 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1994 Lexus GS | |
Make | Bitter | Lexus |
Model | Diplomat | GS |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |