2009 BMW 520 vs. 1960 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 520 | 1960 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
