1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 415 kg more than 1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
1948 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Aston Martin | Panoz |
Model | 2-Litre | Esperante |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |