1992 BMW 740 vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 740 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
