2008 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 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 X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1975 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 57 L |
