2006 BMW 530 vs. 1957 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1957 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1760 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
