1956 BMW 507 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 196 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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 (434 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | 507 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
