1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 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) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Bitter | Land Rover |
| Model | Diplomat | 88 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
