2003 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | M3 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
