1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 32 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, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 335 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |