1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 71 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 1978 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | Diplomat | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2789 mm |
