1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
