1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 BMW 325
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 59 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 BMW 325 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 325 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |