1962 DAF 750 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 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 274 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750.
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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF 750 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | DAF | Panoz |
Model | 750 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |