1961 Maserati 5000 GT 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 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
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:
| 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Maserati | Panoz |
| Model | 5000 GT | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
