1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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 33 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 722 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | Express |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3440 mm |
