2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 757 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
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 C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 854 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotec C 1000 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Lotec | Porsche |
Model | C 1000 | 912 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |