1958 Abarth Renault vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1958 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth Renault.
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:
| 1958 Abarth Renault | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Abarth | Panoz |
| Model | Renault | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
