1956 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat Campagnola | 2008 BMW 525 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Campagnola | 525 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |