2006 BMW 118 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 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 16 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 530 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 118 | Conquest |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |