1965 TVR Trident vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 TVR Trident. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1965 TVR Trident. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 365 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 TVR Trident. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 TVR Trident.
Compare all specifications:
1965 TVR Trident | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | TVR | Panoz |
Model | Trident | Esperante |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |