1994 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Plymouth Prowler | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Prowler | 325 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
