1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 530 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Panoz |
| Model | DB3 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
