1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Windsor.
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:
| 1955 Chrysler Windsor | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Windsor | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
