1999 AC Ace vs. 1979 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 20 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, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 661 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Ace. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1979 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | AC | Bitter |
Model | Ace | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |