1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 28 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 201 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | Diplomat | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
