2004 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
