2004 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2000 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M3 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
