2009 BMW 125 vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 124 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 125 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| 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 | 1326 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
