2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
Model | B3 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |