2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 24 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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 433 kg more than 2001 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Ascari | Bitter |
| Model | Ecosse | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
