1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 992 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen 2CV, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Citroen | Panoz |
Model | 2CV | Esperante |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 59 L |