1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2001 BMW L7
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 26 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
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) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW L7. (350 Nm). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW L7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2001 BMW L7 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | L7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1550 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
