1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 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 135 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Bitter | Rover |
Model | Diplomat | P4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |