2007 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 1998 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 525 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |