1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Citroen | McLaren |
| Model | Rally Raid | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
