2007 BMW X3 vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 290 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 189 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
