1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | Diplomat | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |