1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Bitter | Lexus |
Model | Diplomat | IS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2731 mm |