2009 BMW 550 vs. 1966 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1966 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 550 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
