1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 31 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 124 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Bitter | Alpina |
Model | Diplomat | B5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |