2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2011 Lexus LFA. (552 HP @ 8700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus LFA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LFA. (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Lotec | Lexus |
| Model | C 1000 | LFA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1220 mm |
