1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 34 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 5 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3505 mm |
