2008 BMW M3 vs. 1962 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1962 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
