1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 27 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 105 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Dodge Conquest | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Conquest | 116 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
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 | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |