1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 36 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Bitter | Aston Martin |
Model | Diplomat | Vantage |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1241 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |