1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1983 BMW 725
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1983 BMW 725 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 725 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |