1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Windsor | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
