1941 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1941 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1941 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Buick 40 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Buick | Panoz |
| Model | 40 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1487 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
