1952 Porsche 356 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 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 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 672 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. 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:
| 1952 Porsche 356 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Porsche | Panoz |
| Model | 356 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
