1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 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 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | Diplomat | CTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5965 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
