1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 17 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Rally Raid | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2968 mm |