1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1999 BMW 750 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 750 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 490 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3080 mm |