1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 328 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
