1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 728 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Lotec C 1000.
Because 1999 Lotec C 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lotec | Mini |
| Model | C 1000 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1690 mm |
