1995 Bentley Continental vs. 1974 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1995 Bentley Continental is newer by 21 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 734 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, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Continental | 1974 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | Bentley | Bitter |
Model | Continental | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2690 mm |