2007 BMW X3 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
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, 2007 BMW X3 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 57 L |
