1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 23 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, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 265 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, both vehicles can yield 419 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1999 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | 740 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2940 mm |
