2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1979 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 28 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1979 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
| Model | GT | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
