1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 765 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
Model | Diplomat | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |