1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bitter | Porsche |
Model | Diplomat | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |