2007 BMW 730 vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 730.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
