1994 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (420 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen W12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 498 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Lotec | Volkswagen |
| Model | Testa de Oro | W12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5584 cc |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1152 kg |
