1965 Moretti 750 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 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 (420 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 955 kg more than 1965 Moretti 750. 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 (529 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Moretti 750 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Moretti | Panoz |
| Model | 750 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 766 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |
