1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Bitter | Ford |
Model | Diplomat | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
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 | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |