1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
