1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti J4, 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Innocenti | Panoz |
| Model | J4 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
