2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1976 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1976 Bitter Diplomat | |
Make | Alpina | Bitter |
Model | B5 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |