1953 Alvis TC vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1953 Alvis TC. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1953 Alvis TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Alvis TC. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Alvis TC.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Alvis TC | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alvis | Panoz |
Model | TC | Esperante |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |