1971 BMW 3 vs. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | BMW | Lotec |
Model | 3 | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 342 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1650 kg |