1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 37 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 111 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 316 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |