1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (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 Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | Z4 |
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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2497 mm |