1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | Diplomat | CTS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |