1990 BMW M3 vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1990 BMW M3 and 1990 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 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, 1990 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 M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | M3 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |