1996 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 84 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 1996 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 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:
1996 Plymouth Prowler | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Prowler | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |