2008 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 14 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
