1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1961 BMW 501
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 335 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1961 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | 501 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
