1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | 350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |