1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 33 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, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | X5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2940 mm |
