2008 BMW X5 vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 27 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 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
