1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 754 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 846 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 1800 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
