2004 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 27 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, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Acura | Bitter |
| Model | NSX | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 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 |
