1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | 535 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2969 mm |
