1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 23 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 293 kg more than 1990 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Jimmy | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
