1985 BMW 324 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 324 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
