1947 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1947 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1947 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Buick 40 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 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:
| 1947 Buick 40 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Buick | Panoz |
| Model | 40 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1270 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
