1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1990 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1990 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1990 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Beretta | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 102 L |
