1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 50 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Bitter | Lexus |
Model | Diplomat | IS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |