1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Bitter | Bitter |
| Model | Type III | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
