1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. (223 HP @ 12000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Ferrari |
| Model | Diplomat | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
