1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 21 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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | Diplomat | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
