1992 BMW 332 vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2002 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 332 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
