2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1979 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 25 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 5,930 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1979 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
| Model | DB9 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5930 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
