1978 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 33 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, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 205 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.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1978 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | M3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2761 mm |