1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1979 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 X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Jimmy | X3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
