1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1502 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3000 mm |
