2008 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
