1989 BMW 850 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
