1983 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW M6 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:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M6 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
