1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | Diplomat | 350Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |