2004 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 19 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
