1997 BMW 850 vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
