1998 BMW 317 vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1998 BMW 317 is newer by 4 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 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 652 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 BMW 317. 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 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 317 | 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 317 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1650 kg |
