1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1978 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Bitter | De Tomaso |
| Model | Diplomat | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
