1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 862 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Panoz |
Model | Zeta | Esperante |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 209 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 Weight | 673 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |