1991 BMW M12 vs. 1957 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 34 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 BMW M12. 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1957 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M12 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
