1958 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac 62. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
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 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
| Model | 62 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
