1978 BMW M1 vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1978 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 BMW M1. 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | M1 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 742 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1650 kg |
