1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Bitter | Nissan |
Model | Diplomat | 350Z |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |