1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
| Model | 6C | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 59 L |
