2008 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 325 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| 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 Weight | 1680 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
