1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Jimmy | X5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2933 mm |
