1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 20 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | Diplomat | F355 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
