1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 would be higher. At 7,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770. (154 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 770 weights approximately 1865 kg more than 2006 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 Mercedes-Benz 770 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
| Model | 770 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 7655 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3400 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2700 mm |
