1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320. 1999 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Prowler | 320 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 57 L |
