1990 BMW 525 vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 525 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 BMW 525.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 525. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
