1979 BMW 732 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 732 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
