1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. Both 1983 Fiat Campagnola and 2011 BMW 525 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Campagnola | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Campagnola | 525 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
