1996 BMW 545 vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545.
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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 545. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 545 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1650 kg |
