1999 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 3 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 740 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3000 mm |
