1958 BMW 501 vs. 1966 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1966 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1966 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 501 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
