1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 25 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Conquest | 325 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |