2001 BMW 740 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 740. (410 Nm). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 740 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
