1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 20 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | Diplomat | Maranello |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |