1988 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3. 1995 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M3 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |
