2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2011 Porsche 911

To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 313 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (530 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.

Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotec C 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lotec C 1000 2011 Porsche 911
Make Lotec Porsche
Model C 1000 911
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 5500 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 843 HP 530 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 990 Nm 699 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4478 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1300 mm


 

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