1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 710 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Abarth | Panoz |
| Model | 700 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 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 | 560 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
