1990 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 658 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 525 | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Lotec |
Model | 525 | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |