1961 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 751 kg more than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Autobianchi | Panoz |
Model | Bianchina | Esperante |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 59 L |