1963 Holden EJ vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ 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 356 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 353 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden EJ | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | EJ | Esperante |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |