2005 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
