1981 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1981 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.
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1981 Fiat Campagnola | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | Campagnola | 535 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
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 | 1790 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 |