2005 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 740 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
