1968 AMC AMX vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Panoz Esperante. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2009 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | AMC | Panoz |
Model | AMX | Esperante |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |