2005 BMW 525 vs. 1960 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2005 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1960 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
