1965 Steyr 700C vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 947 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 700C | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Steyr | Panoz |
Model | 700C | Esperante |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 643 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2700 mm |