1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 68 L |
