1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 19 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 118 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Rally Raid | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
