1957 BMW 600 vs. 1974 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1974 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1974 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2310 mm |
