1987 BMW 324 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 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 731 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 180 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 776 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 324 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
