1983 BMW M6 vs. 1960 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1960 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M6 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
