1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 would be higher. At 7,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. (153 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 weights approximately 2130 kg more than 2004 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:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 770 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
| Model | 770 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 7655 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3400 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2660 mm |
