2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 7 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 666 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 315 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 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Lotec | BMW |
Model | C 1000 | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 843 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 990 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1423 mm |