1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 386 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 3.3 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
