1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 33 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) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XF.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | Diplomat | XF |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2908 mm |
