1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 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 Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Z3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
