1997 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Plymouth Prowler | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Prowler | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |