1950 Buick 40 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1950 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | 40 | Beretta |
Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |