1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | Diplomat | XJR-11 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1020 mm |