1988 BMW 535 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 535 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
