2009 BMW 135 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 135 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
