1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 27 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 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Bitter | Maserati |
| Model | Diplomat | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
