2006 BMW 116 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 21 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 29 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 116 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
