1995 BMW S3 vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 847 more horse power than 1995 BMW S3. (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm) has 1086 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | S3 | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
