1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (420 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 430 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Panoz Esperante. (529 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Newport | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
