2005 BMW 535 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 11 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 535 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
