1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Bitter | Panoz |
Model | Diplomat | Esperante |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 419 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |