1990 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2010 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Beretta | 125 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
