1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta.
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, 2008 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. (511 Nm). This means 2008 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Panoz |
| Model | Manta | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
