1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 32 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 89 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Bitter | Audi |
Model | Diplomat | Q5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |