1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1955 Ferrari D 50
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari D 50 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari D 50 (262 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari D 50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1955 Ferrari D 50.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1955 Ferrari D 50 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | Diplomat | D 50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
