1996 Audi S6 vs. 1978 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1978 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Audi | Bitter |
| Model | S6 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
