1996 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1976 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Audi | Bitter |
| Model | A6 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
