2003 BMW 325 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 325 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
