1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2004 BMW 120
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 25 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2004 BMW 120 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 120 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |