2008 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Plymouth Prowler (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 1995 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1995 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 330 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
