2005 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 176 kg more than 2005 AC Aceca.
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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 1974 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | AC | Bitter |
Model | Aceca | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |