1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1994 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Plymouth Prowler | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Plymouth | Alpina |
Model | Prowler | B7 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 88 L |