2005 BMW 750 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
