1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 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 302 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz Esperante (529 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Aston Martin | Panoz |
Model | DB2 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |