1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 604 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. 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 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Jimmy | 530 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
