2008 BMW 740 vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 10 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Prowler. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 740 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2090 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 46 L |