1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 23 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 580 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 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Beretta | 640 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |