1956 BMW 502 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 743 more horse power than 1956 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 502 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2000 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:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 502 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
