1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Jimmy | 325 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
