1994 BMW 740 vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 740 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
