1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 98 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
Model | Diplomat | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |