1980 BMW M1 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 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 570 more horse power than 1980 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | M1 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
