1966 Moretti 2500 vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti 2500 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1966 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 209 kg more than 1966 Moretti 2500. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Moretti 2500 | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Moretti | Panoz |
Model | 2500 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2454 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 59 L |