1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 930 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Bitter | Maserati |
| Model | Diplomat | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
