1999 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | AC | Bitter |
Model | Aceca | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |