1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 493 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | Diplomat | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
