1959 BMW Isetta vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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:
| 1959 BMW Isetta | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | BMW | Panoz |
| Model | Isetta | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 305 HP |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2700 mm |
