1996 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 47 kg more than 1996 BMW 525.
Because 1975 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 1975 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
