1952 Packard Patrician vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1952 Packard Patrician has automatic transmission and 2006 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1952 Packard Patrician will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Packard Patrician | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Packard | Panoz |
| Model | Patrician | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 420 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2700 mm |
