1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 31 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 559 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Diplomat | S |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3165 mm |