1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1957 BMW 502
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 276 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1957 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Bitter | BMW |
| Model | Diplomat | 502 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
