1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 159 kg more than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Diplomat | E |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1845 kg |
