1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2001 BMW 750

To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 22 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 14 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm). This means 2001 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 2001 BMW 750
Make Bitter BMW
Model Diplomat 750
Year Released 1979 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 227 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 419 Nm 490 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2940 mm


 

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