2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 18 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 725 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 2007 BMW Alpina 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. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alpina | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |
