1994 BMW 854 vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 21 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 854 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
