1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 17 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 97 kg more 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | Diplomat | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
