2009 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro.

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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M3 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make BMW Lotec
Model M3 Testa de Oro
Year Released 2009 1993
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3999 cc 4943 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 742 HP
Engine RPM 8300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 347 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1650 kg