2005 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola

To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 1979 Fiat Campagnola
Make BMW Fiat
Model X5 Campagnola
Year Released 2005 1979
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 2445 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 115 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 57 L