2007 BMW 323 vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotec Sirius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec Sirius would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1010 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2001 Lotec Sirius.
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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323. 2007 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotec Sirius has manual transmission. 2001 Lotec Sirius will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 323 | Sirius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
