1960 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | DS | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
