1996 BMW 540 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 2 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 540 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |