1969 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (510 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm). This means 1969 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini Manta | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Panoz |
| Model | Manta | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1969 | 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 | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
