1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (245 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 394 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne | |
| Make | Bitter | Porsche |
| Model | Diplomat | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2896 mm |
