1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2011 BMW 520

To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.

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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520. 2011 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Lotec Testa de Oro 2011 BMW 520
Make Lotec BMW
Model Testa de Oro 520
Year Released 1995 2011
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 1995 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 741 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors


 

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