1949 BMW 340 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 790 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 340 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1150 mm |
