2008 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 75 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
