2000 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 318 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3517 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |