1994 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 318 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 729 more horse power than 1994 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 318 weights approximately 365 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 822 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 318 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Lotec |
Model | 318 | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |