1946 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1946 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1946 Buick 40.
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 Buick 40 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Buick | Panoz |
| Model | 40 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
