1963 Lotus Elan 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 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan 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 320 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 893 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lotus Elan | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lotus | Panoz |
Model | Elan | Esperante |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |