1966 Mini MK I vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mini MK I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mini MK I would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1966 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 655 kg more than 1966 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Mini MK I, 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini MK I. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mini MK I | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mini | Panoz |
| Model | MK I | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
