1989 BMW 750 vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 1989 BMW 750 and 1989 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 BMW 750.

Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.

Compare all specifications:

1989 BMW 750 1989 GMC Jimmy
Make BMW GMC
Model 750 Jimmy
Year Released 1989 1989
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2720 mm


 

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