1990 BMW M3 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 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 M3 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
