2009 BMW 116 vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 1994 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 116 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 46 L |
