1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 420 kg more than 1977 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Bitter | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Diplomat | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
