1988 BMW M5 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M5 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |