2004 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | M3 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
