1949 Ferrari 166 vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 166. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 372 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 166. 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:
| 1949 Ferrari 166 | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
| Model | 166 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1272 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
