1967 Monteverdi 375 vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Monteverdi 375. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1967 Monteverdi 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Monteverdi 375 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
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, 1967 Monteverdi 375 (652 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 1967 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante. 1967 Monteverdi 375 has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Monteverdi 375 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Panoz |
| Model | 375 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 130 L | 59 L |
