1978 BMW 628 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 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 658 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 628 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
