2009 BMW M6 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M6 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3000 mm |
