1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 has manual transmission. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | 350 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
