1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 18 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 81 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
