1992 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 7 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 2 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 280 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, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
