1971 BMW Touring vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 365 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 GMC Jimmy (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Touring | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
