1986 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 3 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. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 BMW M3.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 1983 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
