1971 BMW 3 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 3 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |