1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
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 @ 3100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Bitter | Lexus |
| Model | Diplomat | IS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2731 mm |
