1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 20 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 114 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Rally Raid | 520 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2968 mm |