2007 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1968 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 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 | 1752 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
