1948 Holden FX 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 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX 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) has 254 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Holden FX | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | FX | Esperante |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |