1974 BMW Touring vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 GMC Jimmy (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | Touring | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 146 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 |
