2008 BMW 328 vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 15 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 23 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 328 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| 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 | 1518 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 46 L |
