1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 110 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
| Model | 190 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
