1967 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2005 Panoz Esperante is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 107 kg more than 1967 Ford Mustang. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Mustang | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Mustang | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4733 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
