2007 BMW 328 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 19 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1988 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. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 328 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
