BMW Z3 vs Plymouth Prowler
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2001 Plymouth Prowler
Overview
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Plymouth ProwlerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.5i | Base |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2002 | 2001 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Plymouth ProwlerBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,300 (best) | $44,625 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Plymouth ProwlerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.5 gal (best) | 12.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Plymouth ProwlerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 253 hp (best) |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft | 255 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Plymouth ProwlerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Curb weight | 2,899 lbs | 2,838 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 96.3 in | 113.3 in (best) |
| Length | 159.4 in | 165.3 in (best) |
| Width | 68.5 in | 76.5 in (best) |
| Height | 50.9 in | 50.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW Z32.5i | Plymouth ProwlerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW Z3 | Plymouth Prowler |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.5i $31,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $44,625 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3.0i $37,700 MSRP | — |
| 3 | 3.0i $37,900 MSRP | — |
| 4 | M $44,990 MSRP | — |
| 5 | M $45,990 MSRP | — |