1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 30 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, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 1978 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2008 BMW 328 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 328 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |