1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 19 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Rally Raid | 640 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1365 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2855 mm |