1981 BMW 725 vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, both 1981 BMW 725 and 1981 Fiat Campagnola were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.

Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

1981 BMW 725 1981 Fiat Campagnola
Make BMW Fiat
Model 725 Campagnola
Year Released 1981 1981
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2493 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.6 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 8.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2310 mm


 

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