1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Avanti Avanti | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Avanti | Panoz |
| Model | Avanti | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
