2005 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 6 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 112 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 80 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 318 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |