1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 1968 Porsche 911 and 1993 Chevrolet Beretta are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1968 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1968 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Porsche 911 | 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
