1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15.
Because 2009 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | 15 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
