1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2006 BMW 740
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 27 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, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 259 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2006 BMW 740 | |
Make | Bitter | BMW |
Model | Diplomat | 740 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
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 | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |