1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1976 BMW 3.3
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 2 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 192 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1976 BMW 3.3 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 3.3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |