1966 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2007 Panoz Esperante is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra. 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | AC | Panoz |
Model | Cobra | Esperante |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |