1973 BMW 3 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 3 | Conquest |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |