1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Campagnola | 535 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |