2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1975 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1975 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | Alpina | Bitter |
Model | B 10 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |