1996 BMW M3 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
