1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 24 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 825 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 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Conquest | X6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2933 mm |
