1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1974 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 314 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1974 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
| Model | Virage | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
