2008 BMW 323 vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 7 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 1009 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 210 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) has 1116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 323 | Sirius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
