1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 28 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 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | Diplomat | Charger |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6063 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |