1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 24 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
Model | Diplomat | XJ |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 411 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |