1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 19 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alpina |
| Model | Rally Raid | B7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3211 mm |
