1996 BMW 523 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 3 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 126 more horse power than 1996 BMW 523. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 523. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 523 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |