1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 640 kg more than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | Diplomat | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
