1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 BMW 323
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 34 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 51 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 BMW 323. 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) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
