1990 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1990 BMW 320 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 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
