1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1976 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring 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 @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1971 BMW Touring | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | Touring |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |