2006 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 7 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 730 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 385 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 814 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 316 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 316 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
