1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 8 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 107 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 546 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | 325 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
