1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Rally Raid | 123 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |