1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 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 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 208 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | Diplomat | 300 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6057 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
