2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 543 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Lotec | BMW |
| Model | C 1000 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1491 mm |
