1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid 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 183 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | 316 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
