2005 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro.

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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 320 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make BMW Lotec
Model 320 Testa de Oro
Year Released 2005 1994
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1995 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1650 kg


 

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