1994 BMW 740 vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. 1994 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1962 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1962 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 740 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
