1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Jimmy | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2855 mm |
