2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Mustang | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
