1988 BMW 535 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 BMW 535. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 535. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 535. 1998 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 535 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 46 L |
