1968 Triumph GT6 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 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 627 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph GT6 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Triumph | Panoz |
| Model | GT6 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
