2000 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 52 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 236 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 325 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |