1978 BMW 730 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 730 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 730 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3000 mm |
