1954 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Buick | Panoz |
Model | 40 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |