2008 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1984 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 530 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 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 | 1515 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
