1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 2800 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
