2009 BMW 650 vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 16 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 650 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3000 mm |
