1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 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, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 BMW 535.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1996 BMW 535 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 535 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |