1945 Jeep CJ2 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 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 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 246 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 will offer significantly more control. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep CJ2 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Jeep | Panoz |
| Model | CJ2 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
