2008 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
