1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal 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 285 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Because 2008 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 2008 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Trabant Universal, 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Trabant | Panoz |
| Model | Universal | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
