1990 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 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 642 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 570 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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 759 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | BMW | Lotec |
Model | 316 | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 742 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |