1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 216 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will offer significantly more control. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Willys-Overland | Panoz |
| Model | Rural | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
