1990 BMW 850 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 BMW 850.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 850 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
