2005 BMW 745 vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 745 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
