2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
Model | B7 | Prowler |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1990 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 46 L |