1954 BMW 340 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340.
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:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 340 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
