2008 BMW 323 vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 166 kg more than 2008 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 323 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1656 kg |
