1990 BMW 520 vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 520 | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 520 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
