2007 BMW 118 vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 118 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
