1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2003 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 27 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 5 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | Diplomat | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
