2007 BMW 550 vs. 1967 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Campagnola. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1967 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
