2003 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
