1995 BMW S3 vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW S3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (144 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1955 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | S3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2054 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
