1998 BMW 323 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 323 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
