1965 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS 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 (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS.
Because 2006 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 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Citroen | Panoz |
Model | DS | Esperante |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |