1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 33 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, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | X5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
