1996 BMW 332 vs. 1957 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 39 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 332. 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1957 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 332 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
