2008 BMW M5 vs. 1956 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (36 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1956 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 1956 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | M5 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
