2008 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 29 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 525 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 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 | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
