1992 BMW 850 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 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 547 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 710 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Lotec |
Model | 850 | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |