1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Alpine A 110. 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:
1968 Alpine A 110 | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alpine | Panoz |
Model | A 110 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |