1990 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3000 mm |
