2006 BMW 730 vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 33 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, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 85 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 2006 BMW 730. 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
