1999 BMW 540 vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 540 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
