1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1968 Austin 3-Litre 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 1968 Austin 3-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 3-Litre | Beretta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |