2000 Acura NSX vs. 1978 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 22 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, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1978 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | Acura | Bitter |
Model | NSX | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2690 mm |