2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1970 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 679 kg more than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Campagnola. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1970 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | Alpina | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
