1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 24 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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 @ 3100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | Z3 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |