1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 32 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 118 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |