2007 BMW 328 vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1981 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 328 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
