1985 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1975 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | AC | Bitter |
| Model | Cobra | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
