1994 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 740 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
