1996 BMW M3 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (305 Nm). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
