1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 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 2007 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper, 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Austin | Panoz |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |
