1958 BMW 503 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 503 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 503 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
