2009 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2009 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 869 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2002 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2002 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | BMW | Lotec |
Model | M5 | C 1000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1150 mm |