1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | Diplomat | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
