1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 32 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, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | 545 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
