1996 Lexus SC vs. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, both 1996 Lexus SC and 1996 Chevrolet Beretta were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 351 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lexus SC 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 1996 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lexus SC (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lexus SC | 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
Model | SC | Beretta |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |