1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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 76 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (151 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diplomat | C |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |