1997 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1979 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | AC | Bitter |
| Model | Cobra | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
