1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Bitter | Infiniti |
Model | Diplomat | FX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2885 mm |