2008 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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 628 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 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 740 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1999 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Lotec |
| Model | 325 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
