1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1986 BMW M5
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 161 kg more than 1986 BMW M5. 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M5. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 1986 BMW M5 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | M5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |