1990 BMW M3 vs. 1957 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1957 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
