1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | Diplomat | CTS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
