2008 BMW X3 vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X3 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1400 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 |
