1945 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2008 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:
| 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Panoz |
| Model | 66 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
