1959 BMW 700 vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 700 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3516 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2880 mm |
