2007 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | M3 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
