1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2008 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Conquest | 530 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
