1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Conquest | GTO |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
