1980 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Jimmy | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Jimmy | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
