1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 37 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, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Jimmy | 640 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2855 mm |
