1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 175 kg more 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diplomat | E |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |