1988 BMW 520 vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 520 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
