2006 BMW 545 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest

To start off, 2006 BMW 545 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 555 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest. 2006 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1985 Dodge Conquest has manual transmission. 1985 Dodge Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 545 1985 Dodge Conquest
Make BMW Dodge
Model 545 Conquest
Year Released 2006 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4396 cc 2555 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 328 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2450 mm