1948 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 61 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), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 110 kg more than 2009 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Buick | Panoz |
| Model | 40 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4064 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1535 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
