1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 35 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, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 50 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 528. (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 BMW 528 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 528 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2969 mm |