2009 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 330 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
