2007 BMW 530 vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 530 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
