1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 217 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Zodiac | Esperante |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 191 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |