2009 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 22 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2843 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
