2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 615 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Lotec |
Model | 330 | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |