1952 Allard J2R vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1952 Allard J2R. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard J2R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 452 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Allard | Panoz |
| Model | J2R | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
