1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Beretta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
