1968 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Dodge | Panoz |
| Model | Coronet | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 4587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
