1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord 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 133 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 585 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bitter | Opel |
| Model | Diplomat | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
