2009 BMW 120 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 120 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
