1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1997 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1997 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Bitter | Alpina |
Model | Diplomat | B 10 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3080 mm |