2003 Acura CL vs. 1979 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 24 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1979 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Acura | Bitter |
| Model | CL | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
