1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 34 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1. 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW Z1 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW Z1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW Z1 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | Z1 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
