1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 43 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 1976 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
Model | Diplomat | Sharan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2919 mm |