1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62.
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 Cadillac 62 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Panoz |
| Model | 62 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
