1975 BMW 320 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1975 BMW 320 and 1975 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 834 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
