1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 23 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 93 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | Diplomat | 406 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
