2003 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 33 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 89 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 2003 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1970 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
