2006 BMW X3 vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. 2006 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
