1988 BMW M3 vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 104 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 BMW M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
