1948 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Buick | Panoz |
| Model | 40 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1535 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
