1996 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 M3 (320 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1970 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |