1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 372 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diplomat | E |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |