1960 NSU Sport 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 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport 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 275 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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 NSU Sport | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | NSU | Panoz |
Model | Sport | Esperante |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |