1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 17 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 190 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 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Beretta | Esperante |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |