1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 37 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, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | X3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
