1941 Cadillac 60 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2009 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 Cadillac 60 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
| Model | 60 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5672 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2700 mm |
